STIMULATIVE Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

stimulative

adjective

Definition of stimulative

as in refreshing

having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind the supposed stimulative power of herbal teas

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Recent Examples of stimulative Summers played an instrumental role in designing the stimulative policies that were used to get the US economy back on track after the Great Financial Crisis. — Matt Egan, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026 Thus, despite Bessent’s cheery promises, the historical record of the stimulative effects of financial de-regulation has not proved out. — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2025 The effects can be either stimulative or sedative, depending on dose and individual metabolism. — Andrew Deangelo, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025 On top of all that, the One Big Beautiful Bill will be stimulative for an economy where consumers are still spending. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2025

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Adjective

These can be some of the most refreshing sour beers available.

— Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026
Nothing is as refreshing as splashing on one of the best citrus perfumes on a hot, sticky summer day.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of refreshing

Adjective

That’s really the most stimulating, but not necessarily on camera.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Aug. 2026
The study doesn’t prove that mentally stimulating activities protect the brain, but the findings fit with a growing body of research suggesting that cognitive engagement helps reduce the risk of dementia.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of stimulating

Adjective

Research on restorative practices suggests that different forms of rest renew different executive capabilities, including creativity, attention, reflection and perspective.

— Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
In its release, the Illinois high court noted Evans’ work establishing the county’s restorative justice courts, which handle some low-level cases outside the traditional courtroom in the hopes of rehabilitating defendants.

— Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of restorative

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